Information Security Specialist (24-Month Fixed Term Contract) Centurion

Affirmative Portfolios; Gauteng; On-site; ZAR 594,000 - 726,000; Full time

Job summary

Affirmative Portfolios seeks an Information Security Specialist for a 24-Month Fixed Term Contract in Centurion, Gauteng. The role focuses on planning, managing, and administering network security, ensuring compliance with guidelines and processes.

Requirements include a National Diploma in IT, ITIL/ Security certs, and 5+ years in IT governance and security. Strong knowledge of AD, Azure, firewalls, Mimecast, and cloud security is essential.

Qualifications

• 5+ years in IT governance and security.
• Diploma in IT; professional certs listed.
• Experience with AD, Azure, cloud security, and endpoint protection.

Responsibilities

• Design, install and manage security controls to protect networks.
• Lead vulnerability management and remediation programmes.
• Conduct IT risk assessments and audit remediations.
• Remediate cloud security findings and penetration results.
• Ensure ISO27000/27004 alignment and policy conformance.

Skills

Security governance

Penetration testing

Analytical thinking

Problem solving

Project management

Communication

Cloud security

Endpoint protection

Education

National Diploma in Information Technology

ITIL Foundation

Security+

CISM

CISSP

SCCM

COBIT

Tools

Active Directory

Azure

Cisco Meraki

Group Policy Management

Firewalls (Checkpoint, Sophos)

Mimecast

Cloud Security

TCP/IP networking

Patch management

Intune

Job description

Information Security Specialist (24-Month Fixed Term Contract) Centurion IT
Centurion - Gauteng

Information Security Specialist (24-Month Fixed Term Contract) Centurion

Salary range: up to R660,000.00 pa (Based on experience)

Purpose of the role:

The purpose of the job is to plan, manage, and administer The Company network security. Ensure all network components are managed in accordance with approved guidelines and processes to ensure compliance.

Minimum Requirements and Experience:

National Diploma in:

• Information Technology or a relevant equivalent qualification at NQF level 6.

Certifications in:

• ITIL Foundation
• Security+
• CISM
• CISSP
• SCCM
• COBIT will be an added advantage.

A minimum of five (5) years experience in IT governance and security.

Knowledge of Patch management, antivirus, vulnerability management and Intune management.

Knowledge of:

• Penetration testing.

Knowledge of:

• Active Directory, Azure, and Cisco Meraki.

Knowledge of:

• Group Policy Management and Firewalls (Checkpoint, Sophos).

Knowledge of:

• Mimecast, Azure Active Directory, and Cloud Security.

Knowledge of:

• Proficiency in TCP/IP/Routers/Switches/Firewalls.

Server operating systems and security.

Analytical and problem-solving skills.

Project Management, presentation, and report writing.

Customer-centricity, communication, interpersonal, and emotional Intelligence.

Key Performance Areas:

• Designing, installing, and managing security mechanisms that protect The Company network and information systems against breaches, viruses, and anti-spyware.
• Upgrading systems by implementing and maintaining security controls.
• Protecting the system by defining access privileges, control structures, and resources.
• Developing and implementing standardised Information Security processes and procedures.
• Responding to internal and external audit findings timeously.
• Conducting IT risk assessments and group policy management.
• Assisting with Penetration testing and vulnerability assessments.
• Driving vulnerability management, security hardening, and remediation programmes or projects.
• Remediate cloud security findings, vulnerabilities, and penetration test results.
• Ensuring Endpoint protection (Antivirus Software) is always managed and configured properly.
• Ensuring Information System compliance and conformance to IT policies and processes.
• Ensuring that systems and procedures follow industry standards, e.g., ISO 27000 27004.
• Liaising with all departments and IT users to ensure compliance and correction of all IT security issues.
• Research, plan, and implement information security technical solutions to meet business requirements.
• Proactively monitor, investigate, and report on information security incidents, Internet use, and ICT policy breaches.
• Carry out assignments and tasks delegated by line and senior management in line with The Companys operational requirements.

NB: Should you not be contacted within 2 weeks of your application, please consider it as unsuccessful.

Information Security Specialist (24-Month Fixed Term Contract) Centurion • Centurion, South Africa